Social Work
At McMaster, Social Work is rooted in community, critical thinking, and a deep commitment to social justice.
We prepare students and practitioners to understand complex systems, challenge inequities, and lead meaningful change through values-driven, relationship-centered practice.
“My cohort and professors lit my nearly burnt-out fire then – and still do, years later.” – Azalea, MSW
What Drives Our School
At McMaster’s School of Social Work, we’re committed to understanding how power, inequality, and lived experience shape people’s lives – and to challenging the structures that create injustice. Our community of students, faculty, and partners work together to support individuals and transform systems through critical practice, advocacy, and meaningful social change.
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Applying To A Social Work Program?
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